Hair Color Inspiration and Formulation: Amber Brown

The soft warmth of amber is more subtle on dark shades than in lighter levels. This shade has a deep, toasted feeling like the caramelized edges of a decadent desert. If you’re looking for a fresh shade of brown this fall, this lovely shade is a delicately hued alternative to chocolate or chestnut. Click the style notes for application tips and the professional formulation. –– Laura Martin

Application: Apply the formula below, roots to ends, to freshly washed and thoroughly towel dried hair. Process for a full 30 minutes, then rinse and condition.

Formula: (on natural level 6)

Goldwell Colorance 2parts 5BG + 1 part 5RB with 2% Lotion

Special thanks to Laura Martin for this post. Laura is a professional hair stylist, former senior educator at ARROJO cosmetology school, and a creative non-fiction MFA student at Georgia College, Milledgeville, GA